Oralia "Margie" D. Areola

Oralia "Margie" D. Areola, entered into eternal rest February 20, 2013 at the age of 84. She was born

April 23, 1928 in Miami, Arizona to Juan and Maria Delgado. She married Johnny M. Areola Sr., February 15, 1947.

Margie retired after 22 years working for Stockton Unified School District as a preschool aide. She loved her job because working with children helping them learn was her passion. She had a spiritual generous soul whose love of family and friends had no bounds. Her smile could light up a room and all who visited her home felt welcome. Margie was both mother and friend to her children. She enjoyed many years playing softball (pitcher), gardening, estate sales, cooking and attending the annual family Christmas cookie party.

Her husband Johnny M. Areola, Sr., along with five brothers and six sisters, precedes her in death. She is survived by her children: Juanita Ariola, Josephine Hernandez (Quirino), Rosalie

Connie Archuleta and Dora Jesus along with numerous nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind Hope Asuncion and Pat Resendes who were like daughters to her.

As her health declined, Margie was lovingly cared for in her home by her family and niece Jenny Mena-Hernandez.

Visitation will be Tuesday February 26 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm at DeYoung Memorial Chapel, 601 N. California St. The Rosary will be said Tuesday evening at 6:00 pm. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. George's Catholic Church, 120 W. 5th Street on Wednesday, February 27 at 11:00 a.m. followed by burial at the San Joaquin Cemetery.